Study abroad
Studying abroad
Would you like to study abroad for one or two semesters? Then studying abroad at another university is just the thing for you. As an exchange student, you can either study at one of our partner universities or find a suitable institution yourself as a free mover.
To study at a partner university, apply to the International Office for an exchange place. Many of our partner universities are ERASMUS partners, which means that you will receive financial support for your study place. However, a big advantage as an exchange student is almost always that you normally do not pay tuition fees at the partner university!
Application deadlines in winter semester 2025/26 for studying abroad in the academic year 2026/27
At non-European partner universities
Application deadline: November 24, 2025
We reserve the right to conduct selection interviews for highly sought-after university places on November 26, 2025
Link to the application portal: Service 4 Mobility
Application period: October 1 to November 24, 2025
Funding options: Baden-Württemberg-STIPENDIUM
At European partner universities
Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Application period: December 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026
Link to the application portal: Service 4 Mobility
Funding opportunities at RWU: ERASMUS+Scholarship
The Erasmus scholarship is always awarded together with the study place!
Application steps for studying abroad at a partner university
Studying abroad is an exciting time where you can have many new experiences, learn about cultures and connect with other people from all over the world. To ensure that your studies abroad run as smoothly as possible, it is important that you prepare well in advance. The following list gives you an overview of the process.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the International Office.
Further information
Internship abroad
Practice abroad
During an internship abroad, you immerse yourself directly in the working life of an international company or institution for a few weeks or even several months. You gain valuable practical experience, make new contacts and discover a different culture, either voluntarily or as part of your mandatory internship.
Job search and application
In principle, you should look for an internship yourself. However, you can ask your internship office or your professors for tips. There are often notices on the notice boards or you can read reports from interns/scholarship holders at the International Office. There are also job advertisements in the job teaser of the KOOR.
It is also worth taking a look at the websites of regional companies that have locations abroad. If you have to apply in English and have questions about your documents, you can also contact the Career Service at RWU for advice.
Important information on preparation can be found in the FAQ at the bottom of this page.
Scholarship programs
In the following scholarship programs, an internship is awarded in combination with financial support:
RISE Worldwide
The DAAD arranges and funds research internships for Bachelor students of engineering and natural sciences. Further information can be found at RISE Worldwide.
Carlo Schmid Program
In the Carlo Schmid Program you will find advertised and financially supported internships at international organizations and EU institutions of the DAAD.
ASA program
With the ASA program you will find project internships arranged and financially supported by the non-profit organization Engagement Global in countries of the Global South and Southeast Europe.
German Committee of the IAESTE
The German Committee of the IAESTE offers free placement and remunerated internships for students in the natural sciences and engineering.
FAQ Internship abroad
Short stays
A short trip abroad
In addition to a semester or internship abroad, you also have the opportunity to go abroad for a shorter stay. It is possible to attend a summer and winter school, write a thesis abroad or visit a trade fair or congress abroad.
Summer und Winter Schools
Bei einer Summer oder Winter School (auch Fachkurs genannt) handelt es sich um einen ein- bis sechswöchigen Aufenthalt an einer ausländischen Hochschule. Es ist eine Art "Auslandsstudium light" und wird zu den unterschiedlichsten Themen angeboten. Summer Schools sind häufig kostenpflichtig.
Thesis abroad
You also have the option of writing your thesis abroad. Depending on who your supervisor is, the following applies:
If you write your thesis in a foreign company or institution, this counts as an internship abroad. In this case, you can apply for an ERASMUS scholarship (European region) or the PROMOS program (non-European area).
If you are supervised by a lecturer or at a partner university and meet the minimum length of stay for a scholarship, you may also be eligible for a regular study abroad program. There are funding opportunities for this such as ERASMUS or the Baden-Württemberg Scholarship.
If you are not studying at a partner university or are only staying abroad for one to three months, the DAAD also offers support: HAW.International for semester stays and theses.
Trade fairs and congresses
If you are studying for a Master's degree and would like to actively participate in a trade fair or congress, the DAAD also offers a suitable funding opportunity here: HAW.International Trade Fair and Congress Travel.
Contact & People
General contact details
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